Pond #5a
Key Takeaway
Pond #5a is classified as low hazard in California. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 15.3% in CA) |
| Dam Length | 4,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 688 acre-ft |
| NID ID | CA01581 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Knife River
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pond #5a?
Pond #5a is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pond #5a?
Pond #5a is owned by Knife River (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pond #5a?
Pond #5a serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pond #5a?
Pond #5a has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.